Global Greens News August 2016 Greens2017 congress update The Global and European Greens Congress, 30 March ­ 2 April 2017, in Liverpool, UK is getting organised. Registrations will open in September, so watch this space: http://greens2017.org. Visas to the UK can be challenging, here's information about preparing well in advance! If you have any questions, you can ask your Green Party's International Secretary, or contact the congress organisers. *Disclaimer: The views expressed in these articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the policies or views of the Global Greens. AFRICA 3ème Réunion des Partis Verts Nord Africains Le Parti Algérien Vert pour le Développement, Parti Tunisie Verte, Parti de la Gauche Verte Marocaine, Federations des Verts Africains, le Global Greens et la société civile algérienne ont tenu une conférence à Alger. Voici: Le procès Verbal, L'atelier "Afrique: développement durable" et bilan. Réunion de la Région Sud de la Fédération des Verts Africains Les partis verts du Mozambique, Madagascar, Zambie, Zimbabwe et Maurice sont réuni au Maurice et discuté les défis à relever et les moyens de participer aux élections. Lire le communiqué de presse. (English) Greens at COP22 COP22 will be held in Marrakech, Morocco, 7­18 November 2016. The Global Greens will share information about Green Parties' climate activism in Marrakech and globally. Please submit this form if you plan to attend COP22 or to conduct a related climate campaign. AMERICAS Cese de Fuego entre el Estado Colombiano y las FARC Los Colombianos votarán el mes de Octubre en un plebiscito para aprobar los acuerdos de paz y dar fin a 50 años de guerra. Alianza Verde hace un llamado a todos los Colombianos, tanto los que viven en Colombia como en el extranjero, para que voten masivamente SI a la paz. Español & English Manifesto Sobre La Situacion Actual en Venezuela Venezuela en la actualidad atraviesa una crisis social, política, y ambiental. Durante los 17 años de gobierno (Chávez­Maduro) han tenido control de todos los Poderes del Estado (Ejecutivo, Legislativo, Judicial, Electoral y Ciudadano). El Movimiento Ecológico de Venezuela presenta una petición a los hermanos verdes del mundo. Español (English) "La Venezuela Invisible y el Movimiento Verde Internacional" (English) Green Party United States' Convention 2016 The GPUS convention was an impressive experience and there's much that Greens globally can learn from GPUS! Check out Presidential candidate Jill Stein's policy platform and videos from the event. Green Party Canada Convention 2016 GPC's 2016 Convention was held in Ottawa, 4­7 August, and included speeches by Elizabeth May, European Green Party Representative Evelyne Huytebroeck, New Zealand Green Party Leader James Shaw, and Bill McKibben. Check out Elizabeth May's video blogs giving you an insider's look into Canada's electoral system reform deliberations! Read more ASIA / PACIFIC APGF Green Party Presentations Green parties in India, Indonesia, Japan, Lebanon, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Taiwan provide reports on their party's current status, challenges, and way forward. This sharing was part of the APGF's study tour held in Australia this year. Strengthening Asia Pacific Greens' Women in Politics The APGF Women's Network encourages gender balanced representation and decision making, and works to accelerate the pace of change needed to see more women in positions of political leadership our region. Read more EUROPE Turkish People Reject Military Rrule The attempted coup should be no excuse for Erdogan and his government to further restrict democracy in the country. Read The European Green Party's Press Release and a commentary that the only way ahead for Turkey is returning to the EU and peace process. Europeanisation From Below A decade ago, two­thirds of European citizens said they trusted Europe. Now about two­thirds say they mistrust it. Read more Basic Income & User­Centered Design Finland plans to implement a basic income experiment. This can inspire countries globally to consider social experiments as an approach to political reforms. The Federation of Young European Greens (FYEG) reminds us of the value of user­ centered design. Read More GLOBAL GREENS Take the leap ­ become a FROGG As environmental and social issues cross borders so must politics. That's why the Global Greens is so important. Support us by joining the Friends of the Global Greens (FROGG) ­­ to join make a regular monthly donation of whatever amount you choose. Click to donate and join. 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